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Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Writing Desk by Maple & Co
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Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Writing Desk by Maple & Co

1900 - 1920
Description

A lovely Aesthetic movement writing desk dating from the early 20th century. It has an attractive ebonised finish and an inset leather writing surface with gilt tooled edging. It is a stylish piece with an overhanging top supported by carved brackets. It has two drawers with brass handles and it stands on ring turned legs joined by a stretcher.

The maker's name "Maple & Co Ld" is stamped on the edge of one drawer.

It is a nice compact size, perfect as a side table or a small desk.

The desk is in good condition for its age. It is generally clean and tidy throughout, the drawers open smoothly and the writing surface is in good order. There are normal signs of light wear and age, some knocks and marks but nothing detrimental and it displays well. It has been gently cleaned and polished and is ready for use.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Nationwide delivery available through our network of reliable couriers. Please get in touch for an accurate quote to your location.

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Ebonised Leather Writing Desk to the 1920s.

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SA1218876
Description
A lovely Aesthetic movement writing desk dating from the early 20th century. It has an attractive ebonised finish and an inset leather writing surface with gilt tooled edging. It is a stylish piece with an overhanging top supported by carved brackets. It has two drawers with brass handles and it stands on ring turned legs joined by a stretcher.
fig 1. An Aesthetic Movement ebonised writing desk with a tan leather inset top, two frieze drawers with brass handles, and turned spindle legs.
fig 1. Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Writing Desk by Maple & Co

The maker's name "Maple & Co Ld" is stamped on the edge of one drawer.

It is a nice compact size, perfect as a side table or a small desk.

The desk is in good condition for its age.

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It is generally clean and tidy throughout, the drawers open smoothly and the writing surface is in good order.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

There are normal signs of light wear and age, some knocks and marks but nothing detrimental and it displays well. It has been gently cleaned and polished and is ready for use.

fig 2. An Aesthetic Movement ebonised writing desk with a tan leather inset top, two frieze drawers with brass handles, and turned spindle legs.
fig 2. Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Writing Desk by Maple & Co

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Nationwide delivery available through our network of reliable couriers. Please get in touch for an accurate quote to your location.

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Ebonised Leather Writing Desk to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1218876
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Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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An Aesthetic Movement ebonised writing desk with a tan leather inset top, two frieze drawers with brass handles, and turned spindle legs.
Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Writing Desk by Maple & Co
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Originating in the late 19th century, Aesthetic Movement furniture emphasised art for arts sake, characterised by refined proportions, ebonised finishes, subtle turned details, and functional elegance.

Victorian ebonised writing desks were constructed from dense hardwoods like beech, oak, or mahogany, finished with dark black lacquer to imitate ebony, and fitted with gold-tooled leather writing surfaces and brass handles.

Authentic examples feature precision wood turning, genuine brass drop handles, hand-tooled leather tops, and maker marks or impressed stamps from historic workshops such as Maple & Co.

An ebonised desk acts as a graphic anchor when styled against light neutral walls, paired with modern artwork, brass accents, and a contemporary desk chair.

Dust the ebonised frame regularly using a dry microfibre cloth without harsh chemical solvents, and nourish the leather writing top with a dedicated leather conditioner.
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